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31 Aug 2023 20:46:20
Hi Ed002, would you anticipate a move for Gallagher by the deadline?
{Ed002's Note - Perhaps - there are a number of interested sides.}
1.) 01 Sep 2023 00:49:51
Absolutely senseless by the club if they sell Gallagher.
01 Mar 2023 09:38:26
Hi Ed002, do you know if there have been any developments with Mount's contract? Do you expect it to be resolved? I fear we'd be making a massive mistake if this is not sorted.
{Ed002's Note - I have no interest in contracts but Mount has made totally unreasonable demands and has resisted signing a new contract.}
1.) 01 Mar 2023 10:10:43
I think he has got to big for his boots personally and I suspect people agents whoever have filled his head with nonsense
He's a good player but he isn't great tough one for the board.
2.) 01 Mar 2023 11:17:19
I do too gola, If he signed a reasonable contract fine but it’s been reported that if he doesn’t look to sign early on in summer we will sell rather than risk losing for free,
3.) 01 Mar 2023 11:26:33
Playing devils advocate partly because I rate Mount highly.
He is trying to get the best deal for himself like most employees.
I have no reason to doubt that his demands are at the moment excessive and like all employers the club are only willing to offer the amount they think he is worth to the club.
My guess is a compromise will be agreed but if not, the club will no doubt sell him to one of the many interested clubs.
4.) 01 Mar 2023 20:24:22
Mount has every right to go for what HE believes is reasonable to him
The question is that the club and Ed has reported they are totally unreasonable he's not even in the first 11
I'm going to be honest and say the reason I don't like mount is HE thinks he is Mr chelsea a club legend the fans favourite poster boy and in my eyes its a bit fake
And cringy just my opinion
Good footballer obviously but no better or worse than havertz who gets pelters on a hourly basis.
5.) 01 Mar 2023 21:32:13
gola, I guess that may come if it does come from him being at the club since he was a kid.
Always seems like an articulate nice lad to me.
I haven’t got a clue why he is having such a poor season this year. Maybe it is the contract negotiations.
Anyway, he will score two on Saturday.
6.) 01 Mar 2023 21:39:28
Lets gossip the best Chelsea academy player.
Mount is special if we have spend 200m£ for 2 players in development.
7.) 02 Mar 2023 08:12:51
Mount is a special. And we have spent 200m£ on 2 player in development. Mudryk and Enzo.
Should we keep our own Enzo?
8.) 02 Mar 2023 09:24:18
I don’t agree that Mount is special that’s part of the issue; he thinks he is. I agree with gola, Mount received a lot of praise, some of it deserved when he started out. Notwithstanding that he has been average at best for 18 months he, no doubt, fuelled by his agent, believes he is world class and indispensable at Chelsea. It doesn’t help that mediocre players like Sterling and PEA are on 300K a week. If he and the club can’t agree terms by the summer he should be sold rather than it linger on and he goes on a free.
9.) 02 Mar 2023 09:46:26
Jimbo, I have no idea what Mount thinks about himself and my guess is you haven’t got any idea about him as a person either.
He is entitled to try and get as much as he can as any employee would. His demands may well be unreasonable and therefore the club understandably will not agree to them. He seems like a nice enough young man to me!
If he doesn’t extend his contract, I guess he will be sold. I think there is already plenty of interest from clubs who may well see his demands as not being unreasonable.
It’s just what happens in football but I hope it doesn’t end up something we regret but it could just as easily be good business to sell him in the next window.
10.) 02 Mar 2023 09:47:27
The problem isn't Mount, it's what the club have paid other players as Jimbo says.
If I'm doing a better job (usually) than other people, I want to be paid the same. Can't blame him for that.
As for the "Mr Chelsea" shouts. Again, he's been told that by coaches, ex-players (JT, Lamps, Jody etc) all rating him highly and then the fans singing "He's one of our own" - Why wouldn't he think that?
Some Chelsea fans have very short memories. The bloke was our best player for 2 seasons running! We gave out stink when we let Mata go after doing the same. It's also not that long ago when the Mount/ Foden debate was raging on.
The hole team is in a kip. Very little for anyone to take positives from but for some reason, Mount is getting pelters from all sides. The guy isn't worth 300k, we can all agree there, but very few players are. In negotiations, you go in high and hope both parties meet at the point that both are happy. I don't mind him dragging his heels on a contract, and I also see him signing a new one.
11.) 02 Mar 2023 10:15:17
Well put jimbo that's basically what I was trying to say I think Sterling might come good rest of year though
Wishful thinking lol.
12.) 02 Mar 2023 10:24:08
dihanio, I agree with virtually everything in your post.
As fans we sometimes think we actually know the players personally.
13.) 02 Mar 2023 10:34:57
gola, I think Sterling and Mount will both start on Saturday for various reasons and I think (hope) they will both score.
14.) 02 Mar 2023 11:19:11
Ed002, have any of our other players made unreasonable contract demands recently?
{Ed002's Note - Not as far as I am aware.}
14 Jul 2021 13:13:20
Hi Ed002, do you know what is likely to happen to Livramento, Bate and Simeu this summer? A few rumours that they have turned down extensions.
{Ed002's Note - Simeu should get a new contract. Lewis Bate (CM) There have been at least two clubs who have asked about a loan - and it will be that or staying with the U23s. Tino Livramento (RWB) RBL, Milan and Aston Villa have asked Chelsea about the availability of the youngster, but Chelsea want to keep hold of him but will likely loan him out - Southampton are an option.}
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28 Mar 2024 13:30:37
Hi ED002. There's been increasing media coverage of the club's likelihood of breaking PSR rules for 23/ 24. I know you have mentioned there are no FFP problems previously, which was reassuring to hear. Do you still anticipate that the club will comply and to what extent will PSR regulations have on the likely transfer activity this summer?
{Ed002's Note - Chelsea will raise the money they need by June 30 - and largely it is already done.}
1.) 28 Mar 2024 14:27:57
Really good to hear. Thanks Ed.
2.) 28 Mar 2024 15:19:29
Hi Ed, glad to hear the club has more or less raised the necessary cash to appease the PSR. Thankyou very much for this information .
My question is has this money been gained through pre agreements of transfers out of the club or has it been achieved through new sponsorship deals . Be very interesting to know if the club are being forced into this so called “fire sale” of playing staff as some media outlets and certain members of this group would have us all believe or if the club had the situation all under control this whole time. Thankyou for any info in advance.
{Ed002's Note - There is no "fire sale" but players will be moving on.}
3.) 28 Mar 2024 15:32:35
Thankyou Ed, this is really great news .
4.) 28 Mar 2024 16:13:07
This is the reason I come on this site, factual information from the ED's. Thankyou ED02.
5.) 29 Mar 2024 00:33:04
Ed002, fantastic, thanks. It is extremely hard to get good info and I cannot lie I was worried but I'm reassured with that comment. I did believe we were in a position where we needed to sell players but doesn't sound a bad situation at all.
Thanks again and I guess I should trust the club more.
6.) 30 Mar 2024 22:29:42
Ed this can’t involve Reece James…surely?
20 Apr 2021 16:39:21
Hi Ed002 - I am sure you are a man of many powers, although predicting the future is not one. However, if you had to take an educated guess, what do you think is the most likely immediate conclusion to this Super League fiasco?
{Ed002's Note - Much depends on the various discussions going on this week. The UEFA Exec met yesterday, as did the Italian league, the Premier League met today and the traditional group of "elite" clubs meet tomorrow before the Spanish league on Thursday and the UEFA Exec again on Friday. There could be potentially catastrophic consequences for a couple of sides but others may back down - perhaps the Italian sides first. There would still be a long way to go and legal issues to resolve.}
1.) 20 Apr 2021 17:10:12
When you say potential catastrophic consequences what would they be and to whom ed
I just hope Chelsea do a uturn and rethink what there trying to do
I get the impression fsg and glaziers and perez are not going to back down at all.
{Ed002's Note - I am not getting in to any detail.}
2.) 20 Apr 2021 17:38:11
I do hope we do the right thing and withdraw from the ESL. Although Perez is stating there is a binding contract with the ESL, I wouldn’t be to worried about that: who is going to take us to Court? It would be a legal minefield as it can be argued that we have binding contracts with the PL and UEFA albeit not commercial ones and we have not received any money yet. Obviously no one outside the clubs have seen the contract but I would face them down and say:â€See you in courtâ€. Let’s be the first club to jump ship: accepting that you have made a mistake is not a sign of weakness and would be applauded by the supporters.
3.) 20 Apr 2021 18:23:26
Bayern Munich have stated they have no intention of joining ESP, not much of a Super League then.
27 Jul 2020 12:14:01
Hi Ed002,
If Willian were to sign a new contract extension, do you see that impacting outgoings for attackers at all (either permanent or loan)?
The full list of options could be Giroud, Werner, Abraham, Pulisic, Willian, Loftus Cheek, Hudson-Odoi, Ziyech and, potentially, Havertz - competitive, yes, but it may be hard to give everyone enough minutes.
{Ed002's Note - Arriving players are only replacing departing players - the size and structure of the squad will not change, just some of the names. So Pedro will be replaced by Ziyech, etc.}
1.) 27 Jul 2020 13:02:37
Makes a lot of sense for me Ed002 as you said Werner would be replacing Michy, but who would Havertz be replacing, do you know?! Or is nothing decided at this time.
I imagine if we get any defenders a Cb/ lb may well be sold. I think things aren’t so clear in the middle of the park cause Lamps seemed to give everyone a chance. I’m obviously happy with the Havertz links as we do need an upgrade in the creative department and if I were to guess I’d say Barkley or Jorginho or evening both may leave.
Thank you for your hard work all through the season and your time as the window is now on the way.
{Ed002's Note - Ross Barkley is available.}
2.) 27 Jul 2020 18:07:39
Ed002 if juve do get jrginho who do chelsea have lined up to replace him seeing as tonali is looking unlikely? Thanks.
{Ed002's Note - Chelsea would not look to replace him. If Kante were also to move that would be different.}
3.) 27 Jul 2020 19:29:37
If Chelsea would not look to replace Jorginho if he leaves, I think it’s better he stays.
4.) 27 Jul 2020 20:04:05
I think we should keep Jorginho to be honest. Look at what a difference he made against Palace. Yes he isn't the most athletic player on the pitch. But when trying to see a game out, what a player to bring on with 30 mins to go.
Reading through the previous posts, I believe if any 2 CM's (from this seasons squad) are to be sold, it will be Barkley and RLC. Replaced by (fingers and toes crossed) Havertz. Would love to see Callaghar integrated next term and rotated with Kante, Kovacic and Jorginho as the CM"s.
Gilmour has bags of potential, but needs a solid run in a team to develop physically. Hopefully in the EPL.
5.) 27 Jul 2020 21:17:45
have trouble selling Rlc if he has a back problem which will never get better.
6.) 27 Jul 2020 21:52:09
im guessing they trust gilmour then or could bring ampadu back.
7.) 27 Jul 2020 22:51:01
Gallagher.
8.) 28 Jul 2020 09:45:45
There are clearly two different types of midfielders at our club. Attacking midfielders include mount, RLC, Barkley, and Gallagher. Defensive midfielders include Kante, Jorginho, and Gilmour. Kovacic is the only one that’s somewhat interchangeable. I have no problem with Jorginho leaving to facilitate more minutes for Gilmour and I don’t think it make sense to have someone with Jorginho’s transfer value and wages as a reserve option.
9.) 28 Jul 2020 09:17:50
The team that eventually signs Ross Barkley if/ when he leaves would be signing a very good player (far better than the player that left Everton) .
08 May 2019 12:11:08
Hi Eds. Do you expect Chelsea to appeal their transfer ban to CAS after the Fifa Appeals Committee decision, and is the expectation that the ban will be temporarily lifted while they hear the case?
{Ed002's Note - The club will appeal.}
1.) 08 May 2019 12:40:00
Can we have some insight ed on this, the situation problems and possible solutions . seems other clubs won appeals previously.
{Ed002's Note - Chelsea will make an appeal to CAS for a hearing. That pretty much sums it up.}
2.) 08 May 2019 12:46:02
Thanks Ed.
3.) 08 May 2019 13:19:36
With regard to hazard. would Chelsea sell knowing they can’t sign ( If appeal lost ) and as Madrid need to re build now would that mean a chance of Madrid signing others players and hazard staying?
{Ed002's Note - Try not create these weird little dioramas in your head. Nothing has changed for the club at this time.}
4.) 08 May 2019 14:19:01
Lol sorry ed, overthinking, clutching at straws hoping there a situation hazard stays,
{Ed002's Note - Right, so it seems Matt.}
09 Jan 2024 13:42:06
Hi Ed002 - do you know if anyone is being recalled to facilitate Maatsen the move on loan? I think we had maxed out international spots, but could be wrong.
{Ed002's Note - Hakim Ziyech I would expect.}
17 Aug 2023 12:23:58
Hi Ed002, in your opinion is the sale of Hall a reaction to this summer's spend at all? Or was there always a likelihood he may move on?
It's of course frustrating as a fan to see a young talent move on, but from an asset perspective he would surely be worth more to CFC in the next two or three seasons with regular first team football?
{Ed002's Note - No, there has been interest in a number of the younger players like Hall, Maatsen, Webster, Humphreys, Burstow etc. and the players know competion is tough and some want first team football sooner than they would get it at Chelsea, some are happy with loans, and others will stay.}
09 Aug 2023 16:59:47
Hi Ed002 - would Olise be seen as a replacement for Ziyech and is a departure necessary first?
{Ed002's Note - Yes and no.}
27 Jul 2022 17:03:12
Would the club be prepared to commit that level of fee, or was that a hold-up throughout the negotiations over Kounde too Ed002?
{Ed002's Note - That is not how it works.}
05 Jun 2020 15:21:23
Do you see him taking the place of Giroud, Ed002? I remember you previously saying that Giroud may yet leave despite signing a new deal, and I do wonder if it will be easy to find a market for MB given that he is out of contract next summer I believe.
{Ed002's Note - Michy Batshuayi.}
30 Mar 2024 22:29:42
Ed this can’t involve Reece James…surely?
28 Mar 2024 14:27:57
Really good to hear. Thanks Ed.
27 Feb 2024 11:36:26
Ed002 - do you anticipate a change in the summer, either with the head coach or the overall sporting model, given the way the season is bearing out?
{Ed002's Note - There is nothing wrong with the "sporting model". As I have explained previously the coach may change in the summer. I suspect he probably will.}
04 Aug 2020 10:53:49
I find it hard to believe there is an issue between management/ players, but would not be surprised if concerns have been raised by some.
The conditioning and injury prevention has been an issue all season long, and I would suspect that the intensity of training will be addressed before pre-season. Eds, is this something the club would look at?
{Ed002's Note - I am sorry but I have no idea what you are asking. The issue and muscle injuries that many sides have suffered is due to having to play so many games in such a short period.}
09 Jul 2019 20:22:25
It was an unusual post I agree, but to me it smacks of the club knowing what buttons to press and righting some of the PR wrongs from last season (with players and fans) . Social media is important. It can only be a good for CHO to see posts like that, especially after the lack of enthusiasm Sarri showed towards him at times last season. He's gone from a manager that didn't even speak to him after his international debut to this. It can only be a good thing.